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For this episode I spoke with Michael Bram, drummer for The Weight Band and Jason Mraz. We discussed the different approaches he has for those two artists, what he learned from studying the work of Levon Helm, and what influenced his singing style.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Michael Bram, drummer for The Weight Band and Jason Mraz. We discussed the different approaches he has for those two artists, what he learned from studying the work of Levon Helm, and what influenced his singing style.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Matt Starr, drummer for Mr. Big and Ace Frehley. We discussed the origin of his hard-hitting playing style, how being a drummer has influenced his work as a producer, and how with his coaching work he gets people to really dig down and reconnect with the goals that genuinely excite them.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Matt Starr, drummer for Mr. Big and Ace Frehley. We discussed the origin of his hard-hitting playing style, how being a drummer has influenced his work as a producer, and how with his coaching work he gets people to really dig down and reconnect with the goals that genuinely excite them.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Anthony Citrinite of MeetHook, which connects music industry professionals with people seeking instruction, advice, or music business insights. We discussed what led to the creation of this business, the professional musicians who have mentored him, and the challenges in launching a new app.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Connect To Fans to show the world how knowledgeable and experienced you are. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Anthony Citrinite of MeetHook, which connects music industry professionals with people seeking instruction, advice, or music business insights. We discussed what led to the creation of this business, the professional musicians who have mentored him, and the challenges in launching a new app.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Connect To Fans to show the world how knowledgeable and experienced you are. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Fur Dixon. Best known for being a member of the punk rock band The Cramps, we discussed her new band, Fur Dixon and WTFukushima, their new album, “Return 2 Sender,” what she learned from the time she spent busking on the streets of New York, and the comfort that comes from owning your history.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Fur Dixon. Best known for being a member of the punk rock band The Cramps, we discussed her new band, Fur Dixon and WTFukushima, their new album, “Return 2 Sender,” what she learned from the time she spent busking on the streets of New York, and the comfort that comes from owning your history.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Nick Ruffini of Revoice Media. We discussed The Good Parts podcast that he produces for musician Andy Grammer, Nick’s own long-running Drummer’s Resource Podcast, and what he thinks most people miss when it comes to online content and content creation.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Connect To Fans to show the world how knowledgeable and experienced you are. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Nick Ruffini of Revoice Media. We discussed The Good Parts podcast that he produces for musician Andy Grammer, Nick’s own long-running Drummer’s Resource Podcast, and what he thinks most people miss when it comes to online content and content creation.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Connect To Fans to show the world how knowledgeable and experienced you are. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Katelin Kennedy, co-founder of Fallone SV, a law firm serving startup founders. We discussed the legal challenges most startup founders don’t prepare themselves for, how the EU’s GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) affects startup companies, and the ways that many traditional law firms are broken.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Connect To Fans to show the world how knowledgeable and experienced you are. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net

For this episode I spoke with Katelin Kennedy, co-founder of Fallone SV, a law firm serving startup founders. We discussed the legal challenges most startup founders don’t prepare themselves for, how the EU’s GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) affects startup companies, and the ways that many traditional law firms are broken.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Connect To Fans to show the world how knowledgeable and experienced you are. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net

For this episode I spoke with Jim Weider, guitarist and vocalist with The Weight Band. We discussed their new album, “World Gone Mad,” why the Fender Telecaster is his guitar of choice, and about his experiences playing in The Band with the late, great Levon Helm.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Jim Weider, guitarist and vocalist with The Weight Band. We discussed their new album, “World Gone Mad,” why the Fender Telecaster is his guitar of choice, and about his experiences playing in The Band with the late, great Levon Helm.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

Why you should not worry about video stats on YouTube and Facebook. More insights at https://www.bandstofans.com/

Why you should not worry about video stats on YouTube and Facebook. More insights at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with electro-jazz-pop artist Grace Kelly. We discussed her desire to break down the virtual walls between artists and audiences, how she incorporates dance into her performances, and the music she hears and sees in everyday life.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with electro-jazz-pop artist Grace Kelly. We discussed her desire to break down the virtual walls between artists and audiences, how she incorporates dance into her performances, and the music she hears and sees in everyday life.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Dan Speca, president of the Greenwich Odeum in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. We discussed what it took to resurrect this historic theater, what he believes makes for a good venue, and what he has learned from being part of this massive undertaking. This episode is brought to you by Meraki Maker’s Studio. Meraki Maker’s Studio is a new creative space in Warren, Rhode Island, offering classes and workshops in a variety of media. Learn everything from garment making and knitting to watercolor painting, silk marbling and more. Whether you are looking for a place to host a fun group event or just want to learn a new skill, Meraki Maker’s Studio is the place for you. Visit https://www.merakiatcutler.com/ to find out more.

For this episode I spoke with Dan Speca, president of the Greenwich Odeum in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. We discussed what it took to resurrect this historic theater, what he believes makes for a good venue, and what he has learned from being part of this massive undertaking. This episode is brought to you by Meraki Maker’s Studio. Meraki Maker’s Studio is a new creative space in Warren, Rhode Island, offering classes and workshops in a variety of media. Learn everything from garment making and knitting to watercolor painting, silk marbling and more. Whether you are looking for a place to host a fun group event or just want to learn a new skill, Meraki Maker’s Studio is the place for you. Visit https://www.merakiatcutler.com/ to find out more.

This week we are doing something a little different. Although not a musician, my guest this time around has been an important figure in the US music landscape for decades. For this episode I spoke with legendary rock radio DJ Dusty Street (…and yes, that’s her real name). We discussed her famous voice, her start in radio in San Francisco in 1969, how she developed her finely tuned ear for music, her work in the Los Angeles music scene in the 1980s, and how music helped her work through the shock of her mother’s sudden death in 1974.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

This week we are doing something a little different. Although not a musician, my guest this time around has been an important figure in the US music landscape for decades. For this episode I spoke with legendary rock radio DJ Dusty Street (…and yes, that’s her real name). We discussed her famous voice, her start in radio in San Francisco in 1969, how she developed her finely tuned ear for music, her work in the Los Angeles music scene in the 1980s, and how music helped her work through the shock of her mother’s sudden death in 1974.This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every musician is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Hire Bands To Fans to tell your story. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Andy Gesner, founder and president of HIP Video Promo, a music video promotion company. We discussed what makes for a great music video, how they measure success in a world where many artists buy fake views and fake followers on social media, and the massive amount of work it takes to get your music video noticed. This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Connect To Fans will show the world how impressive your business is. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Andy Gesner, founder and president of HIP Video Promo, a music video promotion company. We discussed what makes for a great music video, how they measure success in a world where many artists buy fake views and fake followers on social media, and the massive amount of work it takes to get your music video noticed. This episode is brought to you by… us. Because of the internet, every business is now also a media company. Your media company needs a professional writer / editor / interviewer / biographer. Connect To Fans will show the world how impressive your business is. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls. We discussed their new live album, which they recorded with the University of Colorado Symphony Orchestra, how putting this show together has influenced her songwriting going forward, and how alternative guitar tunings have led to the creation of some her most well-known songs.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls. We discussed their new live album, which they recorded with the University of Colorado Symphony Orchestra, how putting this show together has influenced her songwriting going forward, and how alternative guitar tunings have led to the creation of some her most well-known songs.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Michael Staertow, guitarist for Lou Gramm. We discussed how he sees himself as an ambassador of Lou Gramm’s catalog, which were the more challenging Foreigner songs to master, and the importance of telling a story with each guitar solo.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Michael Staertow, guitarist for Lou Gramm. We discussed how he sees himself as an ambassador of Lou Gramm’s catalog, which were the more challenging Foreigner songs to master, and the importance of telling a story with each guitar solo.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Jon Hull, drum tech for Rich Redmond, the drummer for Jason Aldean. We discussed the importance of clear communication in your work, the vast amount of time he spends attending to the details of his job, and how he has learned to adapt instruments and sound to every environment from a home studio to Fenway Park. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Jon Hull, drum tech for Rich Redmond, the drummer for Jason Aldean. We discussed the importance of clear communication in your work, the vast amount of time he spends attending to the details of his job, and how he has learned to adapt instruments and sound to every environment from a home studio to Fenway Park. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Gregg Lohman. He is currently the drummer for country artist Easton Corbin. Before that he spent 10 years as the drummer and music director for Kellie Pickler. We discussed the importance of building up personal capital, the profound impact his school music teacher had on him, and how his world changed after he was in a life-threatening car accident in 2013.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Gregg Lohman. He is currently the drummer for country artist Easton Corbin. Before that he spent 10 years as the drummer and music director for Kellie Pickler. We discussed the importance of building up personal capital, the profound impact his school music teacher had on him, and how his world changed after he was in a life-threatening car accident in 2013.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Mike Doyle, owner of Drive 80 Studios, which creates animated videos for businesses. We discussed his belief that you should do one thing and do it really well, how people often undervalue the power and effectiveness of cartoons, and why you should never be in a grey area in business. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Mike Doyle, owner of Drive 80 Studios, which creates animated videos for businesses. We discussed his belief that you should do one thing and do it really well, how people often undervalue the power and effectiveness of cartoons, and why you should never be in a grey area in business. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with singer Laura Tate. We discussed the skills she developed doing musical theater that have helped with her solo work, the many things she has learned from her band, and how she is more comfortable singing on stage in front of an audience than singing in a studio.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at http://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with singer Laura Tate. We discussed the skills she developed doing musical theater that have helped with her solo work, the many things she has learned from her band, and how she is more comfortable singing on stage in front of an audience than singing in a studio.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at http://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Gina Yacone, Director of Sales at Braintrace, a cybersecurity company. We discussed the thousands of compromised credentials her company has found on the dark web, what type of business is often an easy target for black hat hackers, and what she learned during her years as a private investigator that helps with her current job. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at http://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Gina Yacone, Director of Sales at Braintrace, a cybersecurity company. We discussed the thousands of compromised credentials her company has found on the dark web, what type of business is often an easy target for black hat hackers, and what she learned during her years as a private investigator that helps with her current job. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at http://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Michael McDermott, drummer for Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. We discussed his relentless pursuit of knowledge and improvement, that how well you get along with your bandmates offstage will directly influence how well you play together onstage, and the surreal excitement he feels during a show when he plays the opening to “I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll”.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at http://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Michael McDermott, drummer for Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. We discussed his relentless pursuit of knowledge and improvement, that how well you get along with your bandmates offstage will directly influence how well you play together onstage, and the surreal excitement he feels during a show when he plays the opening to “I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll”.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at http://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Jake Kiser, CEO of StrongKey, a cybersecurity company specializing in user authentication and data encryption. We discussed his claim that StrongKey can give you the same security the Department of Defense uses for less than you [would] spend on a photocopier, changing people’s behavior around security through rewards and dopamine hits, and what he learned through his work and travels in sub-Saharan Africa that is helping him build this business. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at http://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Jake Kiser, CEO of StrongKey, a cybersecurity company specializing in user authentication and data encryption. We discussed his claim that StrongKey can give you the same security the Department of Defense uses for less than you [would] spend on a photocopier, changing people’s behavior around security through rewards and dopamine hits, and what he learned through his work and travels in sub-Saharan Africa that is helping him build this business. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at http://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Fred LeBlanc, lead singer and drummer for the band Cowboy Mouth. We discussed the influence of his home city of New Orleans on their music, where his resilience comes from, and his ethos that a Cowboy Mouth show won’t solve your problems but it will make you feel damn good as you dance all over them.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Fred LeBlanc, lead singer and drummer for the band Cowboy Mouth. We discussed the influence of his home city of New Orleans on their music, where his resilience comes from, and his ethos that a Cowboy Mouth show won’t solve your problems but it will make you feel damn good as you dance all over them.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Tamara Rogers, a blockchain lawyer and general counsel with Pithia Incorporated. We discussed her company’s recent purchase of public stock using cryptocurrency, why she describes blockchain as a “genuine disruptive technology”, and the potential uses for blockchain technology in the music industry. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Tamara Rogers, a blockchain lawyer and general counsel with Pithia Incorporated. We discussed her company’s recent purchase of public stock using cryptocurrency, why she describes blockchain as a “genuine disruptive technology”, and the potential uses for blockchain technology in the music industry. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Scotty Johnson, guitarist for the band Gin Blossoms. We discussed their new album, “Mixed Reality”, how his extensive training in jazz influenced his guitar solos, and the night years ago that changed his musical direction.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Scotty Johnson, guitarist for the band Gin Blossoms. We discussed their new album, “Mixed Reality”, how his extensive training in jazz influenced his guitar solos, and the night years ago that changed his musical direction.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Laurie Ruettimann, a writer, speaker and consultant specializing in Human Resources and general workforce issues. We discussed the various ways most workplaces are broken and how to fix them, why she felt she could only change the system from the outside and not while on the inside, and how the gig economy is an absolute mess. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Laurie Ruettimann, a writer, speaker and consultant specializing in Human Resources and general workforce issues. We discussed the various ways most workplaces are broken and how to fix them, why she felt she could only change the system from the outside and not while on the inside, and how the gig economy is an absolute mess. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Joel Cummins, keyboardist for the band Umphrey’s McGee. We discussed their new album, “It’s You”, how the extensive vocal training he had back in school influenced his keyboard playing, and why – despite his years of keyboard and piano experience – he still takes lessons here and there.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Joel Cummins, keyboardist for the band Umphrey’s McGee. We discussed their new album, “It’s You”, how the extensive vocal training he had back in school influenced his keyboard playing, and why – despite his years of keyboard and piano experience – he still takes lessons here and there.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Ken Moore, CEO of Anfield. We discussed how companies that do not train its people consistently underperform companies that do, a case where a lack of training led to a public relations disaster for a major airline, and the art of tactfully telling a client that they are on the wrong path. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Ken Moore, CEO of Anfield. We discussed how companies that do not train its people consistently underperform companies that do, a case where a lack of training led to a public relations disaster for a major airline, and the art of tactfully telling a client that they are on the wrong path. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Does your company need a better way to tell its story on its website and social media? Would you like Connect To Fans to run and host a podcast like this one that promotes your business? Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/ and turn your customers into fans.

For this episode I spoke with Michele Riggs, owner of the store DownTown Knits. We discussed the skills she developed at IBM that she applied to the creation and growth of her arts & crafts store, the areas where they far exceed anything Amazon could offer, and how – in a world obsessed with tech and virtual – she has succeeded with a brick and mortar store and items that are tangible. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Hire Connect To Fans to grow and engage your audience and turn your customers and clients into fans. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Michele Riggs, owner of the store DownTown Knits. We discussed the skills she developed at IBM that she applied to the creation and growth of her arts & crafts store, the areas where they far exceed anything Amazon could offer, and how – in a world obsessed with tech and virtual – she has succeeded with a brick and mortar store and items that are tangible. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Hire Connect To Fans to grow and engage your audience and turn your customers and clients into fans. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Kim Wilson, founder and lead singer of the band The Fabulous Thunderbirds. We discussed his solo album “Blues And Boogie, Volume 1”, his philosophy that “imperfection is perfection”, and how he never creates a set list for concerts but instead chooses songs based on the vibe of the audience. By the way, Kim called in for this interview while walking the grounds of a mission in California, hence the voices and noises you will hear in the background.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Kim Wilson, founder and lead singer of the band The Fabulous Thunderbirds. We discussed his solo album “Blues And Boogie, Volume 1”, his philosophy that “imperfection is perfection”, and how he never creates a set list for concerts but instead chooses songs based on the vibe of the audience. By the way, Kim called in for this interview while walking the grounds of a mission in California, hence the voices and noises you will hear in the background.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Troy Luccketta, drummer for the rock band Tesla. We discussed how, even after decades of playing, he is still a student of the drums, the sonic palette of colors he adds to their classic songs in concert, and how he still feels that he has to prove every show that he is the best drummer for this band. This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Troy Luccketta, drummer for the rock band Tesla. We discussed how, even after decades of playing, he is still a student of the drums, the sonic palette of colors he adds to their classic songs in concert, and how he still feels that he has to prove every show that he is the best drummer for this band. This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Rebecca Lavoie, who is best known as the creator and host of the hit podcast “Crime Writers On…”. She also hosts the podcasts “These Are Their Stories” and “Mom And Dad Are Fighting” and has co-authored four books with her husband, Kevin Flynn. We discussed the large amount of work that goes into making their shows seem effortless, the art to orchestrating a four-person show both on air and off air, and why taking their company, Partners In Crime Media, to the next level meant losing their closet space. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Hire Connect To Fans to grow and engage your audience and turn your customers and clients into fans. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Rebecca Lavoie, who is best known as the creator and host of the hit podcast “Crime Writers On…”. She also hosts the podcasts “These Are Their Stories” and “Mom And Dad Are Fighting” and has co-authored four books with her husband, Kevin Flynn. We discussed the large amount of work that goes into making their shows seem effortless, the art to orchestrating a four-person show both on air and off air, and why taking their company, Partners In Crime Media, to the next level meant losing their closet space. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Hire Connect To Fans to grow and engage your audience and turn your customers and clients into fans. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Jason Edwards, CEO and founder of ProLogix Percussion. ProLogix makes high quality drumming practice pads and practice tools that are used by drummers the world over. We discussed the evolution of his company (which began with him making the products by hand in his parents’ driveway), balancing passion with responsibilities, and the importance of developing strong relationships with your customers as well as the teams of specialists who support your business. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Hire Connect To Fans to grow and engage your audience and turn your customers and clients into fans. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Jason Edwards, CEO and founder of ProLogix Percussion. ProLogix makes high quality drumming practice pads and practice tools that are used by drummers the world over. We discussed the evolution of his company (which began with him making the products by hand in his parents’ driveway), balancing passion with responsibilities, and the importance of developing strong relationships with your customers as well as the teams of specialists who support your business. This episode is brought to you by… us. Connect To Fans does content marketing for businesses. Hire Connect To Fans to grow and engage your audience and turn your customers and clients into fans. Find us online at https://www.connecttofans.net/

For this episode I spoke with Ben Sesar, drummer for country artist Brad Paisley. Admittedly this discussion gets kind of deep, but Ben had some fascinating insights. We discussed how he utilizes and plays to whatever feelings he is having from moment to moment, his ability to play in sync with and predict where Paisley will go -- even during improvised solos, and his concerns about the music audience of the future and their ability to appreciate nuance. This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Ben Sesar, drummer for country artist Brad Paisley. Admittedly this discussion gets kind of deep, but Ben had some fascinating insights. We discussed how he utilizes and plays to whatever feelings he is having from moment to moment, his ability to play in sync with and predict where Paisley will go -- even during improvised solos, and his concerns about the music audience of the future and their ability to appreciate nuance. This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with singer-songwriter Tim Charron. We discussed ways he displays more of his range on his latest album, the large amounts of work and business acumen that are necessary to make his beach life possible, and the powerful connections he has made with both kids and adults on his Anti-Bully Tour. This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with singer-songwriter Tim Charron. We discussed ways he displays more of his range on his latest album, the large amounts of work and business acumen that are necessary to make his beach life possible, and the powerful connections he has made with both kids and adults on his Anti-Bully Tour. This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. You can find us online at https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Luis Espaillat. Luis is the bass player for country singer Trace Adkins, but he has also played and recorded with a multitude of artists across a wide variety of styles. We talk about what drew him to the bass, the challenges of shifting between so many different styles of music, and some of his favorite drummers to play with.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. https://www.bandstofans.com/

For this episode I spoke with Luis Espaillat. Luis is the bass player for country singer Trace Adkins, but he has also played and recorded with a multitude of artists across a wide variety of styles. We talk about what drew him to the bass, the challenges of shifting between so many different styles of music, and some of his favorite drummers to play with.This episode is brought to you by… us. Bands To Fans does content marketing for bands and individual musicians. Hire Bands To Fans to grow and engage your fan base. https://www.bandstofans.com/

Full interview with Bill Gibson, drummer for Huey Lewis & The News. Recorded in April 2018. Bill talks about the most challenging song for him to play, developing songs for the the album "Fore", and the endurance of the band.-Hire Band To Fans to grow and engage your fan base at http://bandstofans.com

Full interview with Bill Gibson, drummer for Huey Lewis & The News. Recorded in April 2018. Bill talks about the most challenging song for him to play, developing songs for the the album "Fore", and the endurance of the band.-Hire Band To Fans to grow and engage your fan base at http://bandstofans.com

My interview with Rich Redmond. Best known as the studio and touring drummer for Jason Aldean, Rich is also a professional speaker, author, and actor. He talks about bringing the live show energy into the studio, performing on TV shows, and his ability to both find an pursue multiple opportunities.-Hire Band To Fans to grow and engage your fan base at http://bandstofans.com

My interview with Rich Redmond. Best known as the studio and touring drummer for Jason Aldean, Rich is also a professional speaker, author, and actor. He talks about bringing the live show energy into the studio, performing on TV shows, and his ability to both find an pursue multiple opportunities.-Hire Band To Fans to grow and engage your fan base at http://bandstofans.com